Lokeshwar

Lokeshwar is a masculine given name of Indian origin, formed from Sanskrit roots loka “world” and ishvara “lord” or “god,” and often interpreted as “lord of the world.” The form Lokeshvara (or Lokesvara) appears in Sanskrit compounds and is used as an epithet for divine figures in Hindu literature. In religious contexts, Lokeshwar is sometimes treated as a name associated with deities such as Shiva or used as a general honorific for revered gods; it can also appear in temple inscriptions and liturgical texts as a compound name.

In everyday usage, Lokeshwar is a common given name across linguistic communities that use Sanskrit-derived nomenclature, including Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil speakers. Spelling and transliteration vary by language, yielding forms such as Lokeshvara, Lokeshvar, Lokeshwar, and related variants. Feminine forms such as Lokeshwari are also found, reflecting shared root elements.

The name carries religious or aspirational associations typical of Sanskrit compound names, which many families choose for its auspicious meaning and cultural resonance. It is used across regions and communities in India, and among the Indian diaspora, reflecting the broad reach of Sanskrit-based onomastics.

See also: Lokesh, Ishvara, Lokesvara, Shiva.